Cloud Engineer

Maximus; Cambridge (MA); Remote; USD 170,000 - 188,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking a Cloud Engineer to support cloud implementation for defense clients. This remote position requires an active Top Secret security clearance and offers a competitive salary ranging from $170,000 to $188,000 per year. Candidates should have a BS in Computer Science or a related field, strong experience with cloud architectures, and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• 8 years of work-related experience required.
• Security+ or DoD 8570 IAT-II certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, develop, and evaluate systems for cloud integration.
• Plan and conduct technical tasks for internal cloud infrastructure.
• Develop and execute cloud solution roadmaps.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Security best practices

Python programming

Java programming

Networking concepts

CI/CD pipelines

Terraform

Education

BS in Computer Science or related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Jenkins

GitLab CI

Job description

Overview

Maximus is seeking a Cloud Engineer to support a defense client remotely.

This position is contingent upon award. This position requires an active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility and is remote. Travel to Washington, D.C., Northern VA, Boston, MA, and San Antonio, TX, is required.

Job Profile: TCS023, T5, Band 8

Job-Specific Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Research, design, develop, run tests, and evaluate systems supporting cloud implementation and integration with cloud service providers, applying principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis.
• Plan and conduct technical tasks associated with implementation and maintenance of internal cloud enterprise shared virtualization infrastructure.
• Develop and execute cloud solution roadmaps as they relate to business and execute company strategy to drive the achievement of business objectives.
• Formulate and design systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcome and consequences of design.
• Analyze cloud requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints.
• Consult with engineering staff to support hardware, software, operational and performance requirements of overall cloud technology system.

Job-Specific Minimum Requirements

• Candidates must have an active Top Secret with SCI eligibility required.
• BS in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. 10 years of experience may be substituted for a degree.
• 8 years of work-related experience is required.
• Security+ or DoD 8570 IAT-II certification required.
• Ability to travel 10% - 20%.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• AWS Solutions Architect - Associate, Azure Fundamentals, Google Associate Cloud Engineer Certification, IBM Certified Technical Advocate - Cloud v5, or other cloud certification.
• Understanding of at least one major cloud environment provider.
• Knowledge of networking concepts.
• Familiar with Python and Java programming scripts.
• Understanding and practical experience in CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, etc.
• Understanding security best practices including encryption, access management, and secure network traffic.
• Experience using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Terraform tool.
• Knowledge of monitoring and logging tools for cloud environments.
• Proven experience developing detailed plans, managing timelines and milestones, and allocating resources effectively.
• Effective communicator to work with a geographically separate team.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation: $170,000-$188,000 per year

Remote: Yes

EEO Statement

Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.